The big highlight of the XTS will be Cadillac's new CUE infotainment system, which will later be available in the ATS sedan and SRX crossover. Mum's the word on what sort of powertrain will be lurking under the hood of the new flagship, but recent reports have suggested that we could see a turbocharged version of General Motors' new 2.5-liter inline-four, producing around 300 horsepower. For reference, the XTS Platinum concept debuted with a 3.6-liter V6 mated to a plug-in hybrid system, delivering 350 horsepower and 295 pound-feet of torque.

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its funny
the flagship now got 4 cylinder ...and lack of V8
i'm waiting mercedes make 4 cylinder S-class..and 1.8 for complete with that flagship

we should go to the Lincoln with auto parking and way cheaper than this car..
or give the 300C a Vote
it is much better just the lack of CADILLAC brand.

it looks like cadillac have power to sell expensive just because it is Cadillac

Cadillac never said the XTS was to be the new flagship. Hopefully they will have a sedan version of something like the Ciel for that role.

Yes, a turbo 4 would be shocking if true. Unlike Mopar with their Hemis, GM is lacking in passenger car V8s today. I don't know what is worse, the lack of a V8 to drop in the new XTS or the thought of an all-new V8 design by GM. We all know how terrible every new V8 has been for Cadillac in the last 25 years. HT4100 anyone? Early Northstar oil consumption and head gasket failures?

Too bad the Northstar was dropped. They finally had the bugs worked out of it.

As for the Lincoln MKS, it rides like a truck on anything other than a glass surface. The rear end styling is more Hyundai than Lincoln. Other than the grille there is no continuity of styling. If Lincoln wants to survive they need to add some heritage to their lineup.

The Chrysler 300s are nice cars. Although I am not too impressed with their makeover. The original design was hard to beat.

At least Cadillac is keeping with their Art and Science theme. The edgy lines are such a nice contrast to the soap bar design of everyone else.

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Too bad the Northstar was dropped. They finally had the bugs worked out of it.

i own the Northstar also and i think Drop it is a good idea. This engine was a legend in last 10 years ago about HP and smooth. But it got it own problem and it haven't never fix until 2011. That is it leak oil and it Burn oil also.
Why expensive car leak oil and drop to the floor and burn 1 quarts in every 1000 miles...
i think GM should do a serious job to fix their new V8 car. it shouldn't leak oil and burn oil also.
Why every cheap manufacturer event Huynhdai dont make a car which leak oil..and GM can't do that.
Why they usually said they're the Number One in the world and can't fix the simple problem

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Originally Posted by nguyennhatquang

i own the Northstar also and i think Drop it is a good idea. This engine was a legend in last 10 years ago about HP and smooth. But it got it own problem and it haven't never fix until 2011. That is it leak oil and it Burn oil also.
Why expensive car leak oil and drop to the floor and burn 1 quarts in every 1000 miles...
i think GM should do a serious job to fix their new V8 car. it shouldn't leak oil and burn oil also.
Why every cheap manufacturer event Huynhdai dont make a car which leak oil..and GM can't do that.
Why they usually said they're the Number One in the world and can't fix the simple problem

I can't agree about the Northstar. The one in my 2006 STS doesn't burn or leak oil. The one in my wife's 2007 STS does burn a little but that car was a Hertz rental, probably getting a minimum of service and hard use. Based on STS forum postings, the longitudinal-design finally corrects the long-standing weaknesses.

It may not be as efficient as newer designs but it is a great engine. The CTS-V proves GM has other good alternatives.

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Originally Posted by EChas3

I can't agree about the Northstar. The one in my 2006 STS doesn't burn or leak oil. The one in my wife's 2007 STS does burn a little but that car was a Hertz rental, probably getting a minimum of service and hard use. Based on STS forum postings, the longitudinal-design finally corrects the long-standing weaknesses.

It may not be as efficient as newer designs but it is a great engine. The CTS-V proves GM has other good alternatives.

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it doesn't matter it is RWD or FWD northstar because the block still the same. they will leak in the stud but it depend on time. because it is 2 pieces block.
How many mile u got on your car ? i promise with u it will leak under 100.000 miles.

the only diffirent in your RWD is the head gasket was Metal instead of Paper like me. So it can't blow head gasket.
but it will leak oil like mine.

anyway Northstar or OHV V8 LS..what will u choose..
with me i will choose LS engine. Much better..and event the oil is leak in the oil pan we can fix it very easy. That is the reason i said Drop the Northstar is a great idea. REplace it with LS that will be the new Era of cadillac.

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We will see...

Forum members point out many more differences between Northstar variants and don't report the faults you describe. The point is moot, anyway. That design has been retired.

More specific to the XTS, I don't have issues with a pushrod V8. They can be compact and lightweight while demonstrating good efficiency and torque at low RPM. The small-block has been figured-out and that is ceretain.

GM's designers will face a steep challenge to provide necessary torque. A peformance luxury car should be responsive and accelerate smoothly, without strain. Hybrid technology could help that but it still isn't cost effective. Hybrid cars waste money and natural resources. Ever see pictures of a lithium mine?

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First time poster and 2006 DTS owner here. I think this car has disaster written all over it.

If I were looking to sell my DTS and buy a new car, why on earth should I buy this car over a Hyundai Genesis? I've rode in a base 2009 V6 Genesis and while nothing quite matches the floaty Cadillac ride, the Genesis comes close enough for the money. I just went on Hyundai's website and you can get a 2012 Genesis with the premium package at a hair under $40K. That includes a 14 speaker stereo, navigation, heated leather seats, sunroof, and a naturally aspirated 333 HP V6. Not to mention the Genesis is RWD as a true luxury car should be. Meanwhile I seriously doubt the base XTS is going to come in less than $40K.

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Originally Posted by HansK

The fact that it's a Hyundai...

Originally Posted by ddawson

Hyundai and Cadillac shouldn't be mentioned in the same sentence. I love my Cadillac CTS.

"It's just a Hyundai" isn't relevant anymore. At this very point in time, Hyundai is making better "luxury sport" cars than Cadillac is. Cadillac had no Hyundai Genesis. And Cadillac has no Hyundai Equus. These are well over 400 horsepower rear wheel drive full-sizers with the kind of comfort and amenities I expect from my favorite luxury automobile company. We can joke about Hyundai all we want - but they're moving forward. Is Cadillac?

My answer to that question is YES. But they're doing it at a snail's pace. Hyundai already has two full-size premium rear wheel drive luxury sedans in their lineup - and they have more impressive products on the way. Cadillac is playing catch up once again...

Originally Posted by RippyPartsDept

Test drive the genesis back-to-back with the XTS when it comes out ... then you will see what you're missing

The Cadillac XTS is supposed to be an entirely different car than the Hyundai Genesis. One is rear wheel drive, the other is front wheel drive. One has well over 400 horsepower - the other - probably around 300. The XTS will likely be a technological MARVEL compared to the Genesis, however... If you want a truly luxurious car, you're probably going to want the XTS over the Genesis.

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